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Summary

Comprehensive, authoritative information from the most respected experts: For 30 years, that¿s what Children with Disabilities has given the thousands of students, faculty, and professionals who rely on it. Now this trusted text is in a NEW seventh edition, thoroughly updated with the very latest research, new instructor materials, and the critical issues professionals need to know as they prepare to work with children and families. Incorporating 5 years of significant research and progress in multiple disciplines, this highly anticipated new edition is the textbook of choice for courses on disability. The internationally respected editors bring together a who¿s who of contributors¿a mix of seasoned experts and fresh voices¿for a definitive compendium of information about developmental, clinical, family, education, and intervention issues. WHAT¿S NEW ¿ All-new chapters on diagnosis, neuropsychological assessment, ¿new¿ disabilities faced by survivors of previously fatal disorders, and complementary and alternative medicine ¿ New multimedia instructor materials online, including high-quality downloadable medical illustrations, customizable PowerPoint slides for each chapter, extended case studies, sample syllabi, and class activities ¿ 30+ new contributors from diverse fields ¿ Expanded chapters on autism and ADHD ¿ New developments in neuroscience, genetics, and imaging ¿ Greater focus on interdisciplinary collaboration ¿ Considerations from drafts of the DSM-5 ¿ Thoroughly updated content in every chapter Children with Disabilities retains and strengthens the student-friendly features of previous editions: concise and accessible chapters, a helpful glossary, chapter overviews, case studies that bring key concepts to life, extensive cross-referencing to make information easy to find, and resource lists for every topic. With the complete package of new multimedia instructor materials, instructors will use this textbook effectively in their courses and prepare students for years of successful practice.